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Part Time Restaurants Jobs in Connecticut (NOW HIRING)

Luigi's Restaurant

Restaurant Chef

Old Saybrook, CT · On-site

$20 - $23/hr

Luigi's Restaurant is seeking a dependable, experienced, and hardworking kitchen professional to ... Schedule * Part-time position (approximately 20-30 hours per week). * Day shifts, evening shifts ...

BJ's Restaurants

Server

Manchester, CT · On-site

$7.62 - $15/hr

BJ's Restaurants is an equal opportunity and E-Verify employer. Proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. required. #LI-DNI Education:UNAVAILABLEEmployment Type: PART_TIME

DiBella's Subs

Restaurant Crew Member

Milford, CT · On-site

$16.94 - $17.50/hr

Job Type Part-time Description Tired of smelling like a French Fry when you go home, but love working in a restaurant? Enjoy bringing a smile to other's faces? Yes to all of those? Apply now to join ...

DiBella's Subs

Restaurant Crew Member

Newington, CT · On-site

$16.94 - $17.50/hr

Job Type Part-time Description Tired of smelling like a French Fry when you go home, but love working in a restaurant? Enjoy bringing a smile to other's faces? Yes to all of those? Apply now to join ...

BJ's Restaurants

Host

Manchester, CT · On-site

$16.94/hr

BJ's Restaurants is an equal opportunity and E-Verify employer. #LI-DNI Education:UNAVAILABLEEmployment Type: PART_TIME

HHM Hotels

Restaurant Server

Glastonbury, CT · On-site

$11/hr

Restaurant Server Serve food and beverage to guests in a courteous and friendly manner in ... Competitive wages for full time and part time opportunities * Medical, Dental and Vision Health ...

McDonald's

Seasonal Part-Time Fast Food Worker

Darien, CT · On-site

$17.91/hr

This job posting is for a position in a restaurant owned and operated by an independent franchisee ... This is a seasonal part-time position available from June 1, 2026 to September 7, 2026. Employees ...

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How much do part time restaurants jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for part time restaurants in Connecticut is $14.49, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.79 and $15.77 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a part time restaurant job?

Part time restaurant jobs are employment positions within restaurants that require employees to work fewer hours than full-time staff, typically less than 30-35 hours per week. These roles can include servers, hosts, cooks, dishwashers, bussers, and baristas. Part time restaurant jobs are ideal for students, people seeking supplemental income, or those who need flexible schedules. Employees in these roles often work shifts during peak meal times, such as lunch or dinner, and may receive hourly wages plus tips, depending on their position.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a part-time restaurant position, and why are they important?

To excel in a part-time restaurant role, you typically need strong customer service skills, basic math abilities, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, order management software, and food safety certifications like ServSafe are often required. Outstanding teamwork, communication, and the ability to stay calm under pressure are vital soft skills in this fast-paced environment. These competencies are essential for ensuring efficient service, customer satisfaction, and adherence to health and safety standards.

What are some common challenges faced by part-time restaurant employees, and how can they be addressed?

Part-time restaurant employees often encounter challenges such as managing fluctuating work schedules, handling high-paced environments during peak hours, and balancing multiple responsibilities like customer service, food preparation, and cleaning. Effective communication with management about availability and preferences can help with schedule consistency. Building strong teamwork and maintaining a positive attitude are also key to handling busy shifts. Training and support from experienced staff can make it easier to adapt and succeed in the role.

What is the difference between Part Time Restaurants vs Part Time Cafés?

AspectPart Time RestaurantsPart Time Cafés
Work EnvironmentFull-service dining, diverse menu options, larger staffCasual setting, coffee and light snacks, smaller staff
Required CredentialsFood safety certification often preferred, customer service skillsSimilar certifications, focus on customer service and beverage knowledge
Industry UsageWidely used in hospitality, food service industryCommon in hospitality, coffee shop industry

Part Time Restaurants and Part Time Cafés both involve customer service roles in food and beverage settings. Restaurants typically offer full-service dining with a broader menu, while cafés focus on coffee, light snacks, and a casual atmosphere. Both roles often require similar certifications and skills, but differ mainly in environment and service style.

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Infographic showing various Part Time Restaurants job openings in Connecticut as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 73% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $30,140 per year, or $14.5 per hour.

Restaurant Crewmember - Late Night Shift (part-time)

Raising Cane's

Wethersfield, CT

$17/hr

Part-time, Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 14 days ago

Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 1,558 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

9th of 107 rated fast food restaurants

Job description

Starting hiring pay: $17.00


Restaurant Crewmembers at Raising Cane's will wear many hats (including a Raising Cane's hat) while working hard and having fun as a critical part of the Restaurant team. We are hiring immediately for Restaurant Crew to work all shifts: opening shifts, closing shifts and everything in between.Whether you have experience as a customer service associate, retail team member, cashier, restaurant server, kitchen lead, cook, prep cook, drive thru cashier or any other restaurant or service-oriented role - we have a position for you.

We offer competitive pay and benefits for all positions. Even if you don't have previous Restaurant experience, this position is entry-level (yes, that's no experience required) and we provide paid training for every new Restaurant Crewmember on the team. We will make sure you are prepared to grow your Restaurant career with us.

Within your first year of working in the Restaurant, you can earn up to an extra $1.50 per hour in pay increases through additional training, certifications, and performance evaluations! If you want to be at Restaurant that is a FUN place to work, that values your growth and provides opportunities to impact your community, we want you on our team!

Qualities of awesome Canes Restaurant Crewmembers:

  • Team player
  • Excellent communicator
  • Happy, Courteous and Enthusiastic
  • Hard working and attentive
  • Responsible and dependable
  • Authentic and genuine
  • Takes pride in doing a good job

Benefits available for hourly Crew:

  • Access to voluntary benefits through an insurance marketplace, including Medical & Pharmacy, Dental, Vision Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Insurance, Auto and Renter's Insurance, and ID Theft Protection
  • OnePass Gym Membership Program
  • 401(k) With Safe Harbor Employer Match (age 21 & older)
  • Access to financial advisors for budget and retirement planning
  • Crewmember Assistance Program
  • Education assistance
  • Pet Insurance

Perks & Rewards for hourly Crew:

  • Paid Time Off*
  • Closed for all major holidays**
  • Early closure for company events
  • Casual Work Attire
  • Flexible Scheduling
  • Perkspot Employee Discount Program
  • Additional $1 per hour after 10pm**

*Must satisfy hours requirement per year

**Locations may vary


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:

The intellectual and physical demands described below are representative of what must be met by Crewmembers to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Lift and carry, push or pull heavy objects up to 50 pounds
  • Kneel, bend, twist or stoop
  • Ascend or descend stairs
  • Reach and grasp objects (including above head and below waistline)
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Ability to show up to scheduled shifts on time
  • Cleaning tables, floors and other areas of the Restaurant
  • Taking orders from Customers and processing payments efficiently
  • Follow proper safety procedures when handling and/or preparing food
  • Ability to multitask


ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must be 16 years of age or older
  • Provide all Customers with quick and friendly service
  • Work together as a team, assisting other Crewmembers in completion of tasks and assignments to ensure continuity of service
  • Work under pressure and at a fast pace
  • Align with Raising Cane's culture by balancing Working Hard and Having Fun
  • Take initiative
  • Comply with Company policies

Raising Cane's appreciates & values individuality. EOE



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About Raising Cane's

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Todd personifies the entrepreneurial spirit - the promise that with dedication, drive, hard work and a great concept, dreams can be achieved. Only 24 years old when he began his journey, Todd and his Crew have grown Raising Cane’s from a single campus Restaurant to one of the fastest-growing large restaurant brands in the U.S. As CO-CEO, Todd remains actively involved with all aspects of the brand, making Raising Cane’s one of the few founder-led restaurant companies of its size. What does it mean to be a part of our Crew? Whether you are working in a Restaurant or a Support Office, we’re one team - each contributing our own unique personalities, skills and talents toward making the most craveable Chicken Finger meals and growing Restaurants all over the world. And all that growth equals a lot of opportunity! If this sounds like your kind of place, we’d love to have you as a part of our Crew.

Industry

Food services and drinking places and retail

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Baton Rouge, LA, US

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